When the season began, the defending World Series champion Red Sox probably didn't anticipate being sellers at the trade deadline. But a week before the All-Star break, the reeling Sox are in last place in the American League East and seem increasingly unlikely to contend for a postseason spot in the second half.

With that in mind, Boston may be looking to sell off expensive veterans, starting with 33-year-old right-hander Jake Peavy. Multiple reports indicate the Cardinals are interested in trading for Peavy to shore up their rotation for the rest of the season:

Cardinals parachuted in yesterday to scout Peavy. Remember they had a lot of interest in him at deadline last season

Peavy, acquired by the Red Sox at last year's deadline, is just 1-7 with a 4.64 ERA in 18 starts. The 2007 Cy Young winner is eligible to be a free agent after the season. Boston owes him about $7 million.